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Kia XCeed vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Skoda Elroq?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia XCeed has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5923 £.

Elroq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Elroq has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Skoda Elroq tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.

XCeed

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia XCeed is convincingly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 602 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers slight more room – 470 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs to a small extent better – up to 1580 L, which is about 202 L more than the Kia XCeed.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq hardly perceptible takes the win – 531 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Elroq proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Elroq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km
Kia XCeed
Skoda Elroq

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Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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Kia XCeed
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
470 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.